Yuna
Yuna is a girl's name of Japanese origin.
Meaning
Possesses diverse meanings based on kanji, commonly including 'kindness', 'gentleness', or 'moon'.
Origin and history
Yuna is a name of Japanese origin with multiple possible kanji combinations, though it is also found in Breton and Korean contexts. In the United States, its popularity has risen significantly in recent years, influenced by international popular culture and modern naming trends. It offers a soft, international sound that appeals to contemporary parents.
Popularity in the United States
3,063 babies in the United States have been named Yuna since 1880. It ranks #3210 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1054.
States where it is most popular
- CA (39.1 %)
- NY (11.8 %)
- TX (8.9 %)
- WA (6.1 %)
- MN (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 27 |
| 1990-2000 | 65 |
| 2000-2010 | 459 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,233 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,279 |
Famous people named Yuna
- Yuna Kim: Figure Skater, Olympic Gold Medalist
- Yuna Ito: Singer, Actress
Fun facts
- The name gained widespread global familiarity through video game characters such as Yuna from Final Fantasy X and K-pop stars like Yuna of ITZY.
- In addition to its Japanese roots, Yuna exists independently as a feminine name in Brittany, France, derived from Saint Yuna.